Emerald Green Tree Snail
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The Emerald green tree snail, Papustyla pulcherrima, boasts a luminous, jade-coloured shell that makes it a living piece of art in the arboreal habitats of Papua New Guinea. These mollusks are difficult to come by in the pet trade.
Description
The Emerald green tree snail, Papustyla pulcherrima, is a pale snail with a stunning luminous, jade-coloured shell. Originating from the islands of Papua New Guinea, this arboreal snail is a dazzling spectacle that symbolises the untapped mystery of tropical biodiversity. While not as rare as some other exotic snails, obtaining one is still considered a special feat due to export restrictions and their unique habitat requirements. Preferring a life up in the trees rather than on the ground, these snails are well-adapted to arboreal life. They thrive in warm, humid environments, with temperature ranges around 77-86°F / 25-30°C and high humidity levels. Their unique lifestyle helps them evade many ground-based predators, making them relatively easier to spot for those keen enough to search the trees. Adult snails reach a moderate size of about 3 to 4 centimetres, and their shell’s remarkable colour is believed to be an adaptation to blend in with their leafy environment.
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